Become an OPAL Member

OPAL engages and equips Evanston residents to actively participate in the decisions that affect their lives. By educating and mobilizing voters - and supporting qualified community leaders - OPAL works tirelessly to ensure that local leadership reflects the diversity and priorities of all residents throughout Evanston's nine wards. OPAL's comprehensive programs work to increase accountability and activate Evanston residents who have been underrepresented.

We are a grassroots movement of Evanston residents inspired to action in an effort to organize the community to work collectively toward the goal: a city where each child, resident, and neighborhood is equally valued. Let's work together to make Evanston a more equitable community.

OPAL membership is $25 for a general membership or $10 if you're under age 18.

The Organization for Positive Action and Leadership (OPAL) works to achieve racial equity in Evanston through advocacy, voter education, civic engagement, and candidate development. OPAL:·engages and equips Evanston residents to actively participate in the decisions that affect their lives.·works to ensure that leadership reflects and prioritizes racial equity.·works to amplify the voices of Evanston residents who have been under-represented.